The question of when non-human agents, like AI, deserve rights similar to humans is becoming more important. We need to decide what makes an AI worthy of protections under the Constitution.
Some legal cases have shown that non-human entities, like rivers, can be treated as 'persons' with rights. This idea could potentially extend to digital intelligences as well.
Observing behaviors of AI, such as decision-making, creativity, and emotional responses, can help determine their level of agency. This can guide discussions on their rights and protections.